Creating time lapse video in real-time

Abstract

A time lapse video is created in real-time, without post-production. User configurations are set for a time lapse video recording. A real-time video feed is received into a buffer. Based on a user configuration for frequency, certain frames in the buffer can be discarded prior to generating the video file. The time lapse video is output as a video file according to user configurations.

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CROSS-REFERENCES TO RELATED APPLICATIONS[0001]This application claims priority under 35 USC 120 to U.S. Pat. App. No. 61 / 795,400, entitled METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR CREATING A TIME LAPSE VIDEO, by Amanjyot Johar, the contents of which are being hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0002]The invention relates generally to digital video, and more specifically, to creating time lapse digital video in real-time.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0003]Currently, video processing techniques are applied to raw footage that already exists. For example, an MPG video file is generated on a cell phone and is later edited on a desktop computer with a video editing software application. At that point in post-production, various techniques are applied to the video content and rendered as a new file. Some examples include processing the video in slow motion, adding footage from different tracks, changing the frame rate of playback to speed up or slow down the video etc.[0...

AI Technical Summary

Benefits of technology

This patent describes a device that can receive still camera images and create a video stream from them in real-time. Unlike other video cameras, this device can capture images at a higher frame rate than standard cameras, resulting in smoother and more stable video production. Additionally, the device can generate time lapse videos on-the-fly to save storage space and reduce post-production complexity. Overall, this device provides a more efficient and effective way to capture and create high-quality video.

Problems solved by technology

Problematically, for both still photography and video the raw footage for creating time lapse videos consumes a lot of storage as raw footage is taken for hours or even weeks at a time.

The problem is exasperated on devices that are limited in storage, such as a mobile device.

The resulting file size limits the duration of video that can be captured.

Moreover, the video editing software applications can be complex for users that just intend to capture video.

Furthermore, the additional cost is sometimes prohibitive.

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